Mechanical Design Engineer, Suspension Systems Development, Chassis
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$92k–$164k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Develop system architecture and component designs for suspension control, damping systems, air suspension, leveling systems, and suspension sensing
- Establish, analyze, and tune self-diagnostic fault detection methods
- Incorporate functional safety (e.g. ISO 26262) into system analysis and architecture
- Create new features and behaviors in collaboration with firmware and integration engineers
- Develop and optimize designs in 3D CAD software with associated CAE tools
- Validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility
- Complete and release component designs and documentation, including 2D drawings
- Validate components per defined engineering requirements
- Resolve issues and concerns with cross-functional teams including engineering, firmware, supply chain, production, and service
- Participate in the sourcing process and manage engineering relationships with suppliers
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in a 3D CAD software (CATIA is a plus)
- Basic knowledge of GD&T (proficiency is a plus)
- Experience with electromechanical systems, mechatronics, robotics, or similar
- Experience with component design, analysis, and validation
- Great technical and interpersonal communication
- Evidence of being a self-starter and bringing projects to completion
- Experience with valve design, compressor technologies, or linear actuators is a plus
- Knowledge of vehicle dynamics concepts and modeling is a plus
Qualifications
Hands-on experience is a major plus for engineering development work and addressing production issues.
Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage projects
- Technical proficiency in 3D CAD and CAE tools
- Understanding of vehicle dynamics and electromechanical systems
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical plans
- Dental and vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and vacation time
- Paid holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Pay
Expected Compensation: $91,600 - $164,400/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits